I negotiate at 70% ARV so the deals I bring are solid and I'd love to work with one single corporate cash buyer that is able to close  on several deals a month.

Is it worth bringing in my contractor first to see how difficult it would be or should I call the gas and water companies first?

Salt water anything brings with it a host of new problems. 

So you'll need to bring your own money to do that.

As I've come to terms with this I have taken the last five months to regroup and really think about the future which brings me to my post and what I'd like to get the communities opinion on.I successfully negotiated and acquired one of my duplexes in 2017 that I nearly have paid off (note balance is $54k, property value $230k).

I would love to hear from other more experienced in the field about alternative ways to financing that I should consider besides the HELOC, maybe also hear from investors on how the process of bringing investors onboard works.

They have had 100% occupancy at market rates and currently bring in around $2,000 per month in cash flow.

While I can contribute some capital and sweat equity, I’ll need a partner to bring in additional funds to close the deal.Here’s where I could really use your advice:1.

These experiences shape my growth-mindset and value-first orientation, ensuring I bring a unique perspective to every deal.Personal Insight:As a father of six, I understands the importance of balancing family values with sound investment strategies.

You could bring less down and possibly have a lower interest rate since you will be living there.